{"id":811979,"date":"2024-02-27T20:20:35","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T14:50:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/?p=811979"},"modified":"2024-02-27T20:20:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T14:50:35","slug":"civics-and-polity-wild-life-act-1972","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/general-knowledge\/civics-and-polity-wild-life-act-1972\/","title":{"rendered":"Wild Life Act, 1972 – Important Exam Notes, Objectives"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Wild Life Act 1972 is a law enacted to protect the well-being of wild animals, birds, and plants, as well as address matters paramount to the ecological and environmental security of India. Over the years, the Act has gone through several Amendments and has evolved with the times. Moreover, the last amendment was in 2022, with quite a few significant amendments. All in all, the Wild Life Act 1972 aims to use a multi-faceted approach to wildlife conservation in India. Hence, aiming to protect endangered species, manage their habitats, fulfil international commitments as well as contribute to broader environmental protection efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Wild Life Act, 1972 as of 1st of April, 2023<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Chapter I<\/td>Preliminary<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter II<\/td>Authorities to be Appointed or Constitutes under the Act <\/td><\/tr>
Chapter III<\/td>Hunting of Wild Animals <\/td><\/tr>
Chapter IIIA<\/td>Protection of Specified Plants <\/td><\/tr>
Chapter IV<\/td>Protected AreasSanctuariesNational ParksSanctuaries or National Parks declared by the Central Government<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter IVA<\/td>Central Zoo Authority and Recognition of Zoos<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter IVB<\/td>National Tiger Conservation Authority<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter IVC<\/td>Wild Life Crime Control Bureau.<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter V<\/td>Trade or Commerce in Wild Animals, Animal Articles and Trophies<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter VA<\/td>Prohibition of Trade and Commerce in Trophies, Animal Articles, etc., Derived from Certain Animals <\/td><\/tr>
Chapter VB<\/td>Regulation of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora as per Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora   <\/td><\/tr>
Chapter VI<\/td>Prevention and Detection of Offences<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter VIA<\/td>Forfeiture of Property Derived from Illegal Hunting and Trade<\/td><\/tr>
Chapter VII<\/td>Miscellaneous <\/td><\/tr>
Schedule I<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Schedule II<\/td><\/tr>
Schedule III<\/td><\/tr>
Schedule IVWith Three Appendices<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Objectives of the Wild Life (Protection) Act 1972?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Act of 1972 aims to accomplish numerous objectives related to wildlife conservation in India. Here are the main ones objectives: wildlife protection, management of habitats, international commitments, and envionmental protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Protect Wildlife<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Prevent hunting, poaching, and illegal trade: <\/strong>The Act aims to stop activities that directly harm wildlife by making hunting illegal, with exceptions only for specific purposes under permits. Additionally, it regulates trade in wildlife and their products to prevent exploitation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Conserve endangered species:<\/strong> Additionally, through Schedules I and II (Part II) with the highest level of protection, the Act aims to conserve species facing the most significant threat of extinction.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Manage Habitats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Establish protected areas: <\/strong>The Act establishes three categories of protected areas: National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, and Conservation Reserves. These designations restrict activities that could damage wildlife habitat within these boundaries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Promote sustainable management:<\/strong> The Act encourages the sustainable management of wildlife and their habitats within designated areas, thus making sure of their long-term viability.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Implement International Commitments:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      <\/strong>India can fulfill its obligations under international agreements like the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Environmental Protection:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Protect biodiversity:<\/strong> Conserving wildlife has an important part in maintaining biodiversity, a key factor in ecological health and well-being.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Promote environmental awareness: <\/strong>The Act helps raise public awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and environmental protection.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Also Read: 20+ Interesting Facts about Wildlife Conservation You Must Know<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Constitutional Provisions of the Indian Wild Life Act 1972<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976<\/strong> shifted the matter of Forests and Protection of Wild Animals and Birds from the State List to the Concurrent List. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Moreover, it is a Fundamental Duty<\/strong> of every citizen, as per Article 51A of the Indian Constitution<\/strong><\/a>, to protect and improve the natural environment which includes forests and wildlife. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Additionally, Article 48 A in the Directive Principles of State Policy<\/strong> directs the State to work towards guarding and enhancing the environment and protecting India\u2019s forests and wildlife.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          To learn more about the Wildlife Protection Act, watch this video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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